logo

Isolation

A lone whale shark emerges from the dark abyss. The largest fish in the world spends most of its time in solitude, wandering the seas in search of its microscopic prey. In the age of shark finning, will this shark meet another of its kind? Or is it destined to wander the ocean alone?

Awards

Black & White Photo Contest

2023

Honorable Mention

Wildlife

Professional

Isolation

A lone whale shark emerges from the dark abyss. The largest fish in the world spends most of its time in solitude, wandering the seas in search of its microscopic prey. In the age of shark finning, will this shark meet another of its kind? Or is it destined to wander the ocean alone?

About Artist

Kaushiik Subramaniam

Wildlife conservation biologist & photographer

Kaushiik Subramaniam

Photographic Areas of Focus

Aerial, Landscapes, Nature, Photojournalism, Travel, Underwater, Wildlife

Location

United Kingdom

Explore Other Winners

View All
Bronze
ASHANE MARASINGHE

ASHANE MARASINGHE

Wildlife

Nominee
Rachel Spencer

Rachel Spencer

Wildlife

People’s Vote Award
Nominee
Parag Bhatt

Parag Bhatt

Wildlife

Bronze
Honorable Mention
Elizabeth Storms

Elizabeth Storms

Fine Art

logo

Contests

Info

FAQ & RulesTerms of UsePrivacy Policy

Links

Facebook

Instagram

Contact Us

© Creative Resource Collective, LLC 2026. All Rights Reserved.

reFocus Awards is managed by Creative Resource Collective, LLC.

Learn More

Creative Resource Collective, LLC.